[William Jesse] (Laffay, 1838), Hybrid Bourbon, [Author cites information from several sources] From Curtis: 'William Jesse' was sent out as a hybrid china rose, 1838, but after being cultivated a few seasons in the country, it commenced blooming in autumn, and has continued to do so ever since.

William Jesse Hybrid Bourbon. Laffay 1838. [Author cites information from several sources] From Curtis: raised by Mons Laffay, and named in honor of his friend Mr. Jesse, of London, brother to the well known naturalist, Edward Jesse...